Meet Jay and Monica. They are one of the happiest couples ever. Seriously. They smiled and laughed all day. And it was pretty hot outside. Being 8 months pregnant, I know hot. They were SO much fun to work with, though, and made my last wedding pre-baby SO enjoyable and laid back. Monica was the epitome of a bride who was just excited to be getting married, and looking forward to enjoying her wedding day!

I loved the detail and colors in the wedding. Monica must REALLY trust her bridesmaids (and with good reason, it seems) – she assigned each a color, and let them choose their own dress. (That they REALLY might wear again!!) I love the way it turned out.

Jay and Monica, thanks for allowing me the privilege of being a part of your day. I truly enjoyed it!

Have I mentioned how I love when couples choose to do a first look? Especially when they choose to do a first look and the light is JUST right. I LOVE this series. (And I cut it down to 4 from like…10)

I’d never shot a wedding at Grace Dowtown before, but it was so much fun! So many great places to shoot, even on a hot July afternoon. I LOVE this wall, and I love how the white wall makes all the fun colors really pop.

We actually got these after the ceremony, but I cheated and put them in the first blog post. But I can do that, right?

My totally fabulous second shooter, Sabrina, snagged this shot. I love it.

I think maybe that’s enough for one post…Part II {Ceremony and Reception} coming tomorrow….